AdvantAGE Seniors: Expert Elder Care in Bangalore

Real Stories

In light of shifting demographics, the quality of life for the elderly becomes a pressing concern. To realistically envision one’s future in later stages of life, firsthand experiences become essential, facilitating open discussions with family, friends, and medical professionals.

Explore firsthand accounts from our clients to witness how older individuals, along with their families, collaborated with advantAGE seniors to navigate the intricate journey of aging gracefully. We deeply value the trust our clients place in us and uphold the confidentiality of their unique experiences and hurdles. While these case studies reflect real-life scenarios, names have been altered to protect privacy.

Family conflict involving siblings

Shivasubramoniam, aged 76, used to play cricket for Karnataka in the Ranji trophy. Now, he’s weakened by a serious illness.

Inadequate care in old age

Our nurse manager visited Mr. Patwardhan after a call from his daughter, Ms. Rekha. She needed help dressing her father’s pressure sores.

Aged mother providing dedicated care to her disabled son

Two years ago, Sheila Ramanujam, a former acclaimed classic dancer, faced a daunting reality. At the age of 74, she learned that she would be the caregiver for her 48-year-old son

Physical abuse by Daughter-in-law

Yashodamma, now 78, finds herself dependent on her daughter-in-law’s mercy, which unfortunately seems nonexistent. Despite proudly raising two boys and two girls, her life took a downturn after her husband’s demise.

Opting for superior care in old age

Here we reproduce a letter from the daughter of a client who lived in our assisted living sharing her experience and conveying their family’s gratitude.

Beware of inferior care in nursing homes

I could't believe my eyes when I saw Iyer uncle. He gave me a blank look when his son introduced me. We in the club call him Palghat uncle and he used to play tennis in the morning and cards in the evening.

Alcoholism in old age

D’Souza, now 82, resides in the shadow of his prime, bedridden on the second floor of his daughter’s grand home after a debilitating stroke. His once-enviable life as a coffee planter unraveled at 70 following his wife Amelda’s demise from breast cancer.

Children fails to provide care

Despite raising four children, Aisha Sait finds herself in an unfortunate situation as she battles Alzheimer’s at the age of 77. Once a pillar supporting her successful businessman husband, she now faces neglect from her offspring.

Adequate Staffing is important in care homes

Recently, 93-year-old Anantharaman wears a constant smile as he sings his favorite PB Srinivas song, ‘Poojaikku Vantha Malarae Vaa.’ Having moved from an ‘old folks’ home to our skilled nursing facility, which he fondly dubs a “Punarjanma” (Second Life).

Long distance caregiving made easy by technology

Recently, at the behest of their daughter, we visited an elderly couple residing near Basavangudi in old Bangalore. In our conversation with Rukmini and her husband, Col. Ananthamurthy, we broached the topic directly.

Looking good in old age is a choice

Meet Kamala Jagannathan, an 84-year-old with both sons residing in the U.S. Her elder son became estranged after marrying a Russian girl against her wishes, maintaining a silent rift for 32 years.

Untrained caregivers pose a risk to the patient’s well-being

Ms. Shamitha’s mother, Alice, is 77 years old and has late-stage Parkinson’s disease. She needs constant care because the disease makes her prone to falls, her hands shake, and breathing is hard.

Empathetic caregiving facilitates patient recovery

Simha, who is 74 years old, was very sick and stayed in the hospital for more than a month. At first, he couldn’t even wake up, but later he became aware of what was happening around him.

Hobbies in old age boosts mood and cognitive skills

My mom, Ammukutty, is 82 and loves taking care of birds. She has geese, guinea fowl, hens, turkeys, ducks, parrots, and love birds on her small farm. Talking to her is like entering a world of excitement about her feathered friends. She enjoys sharing eggs with friends and family.

Elder financial abuse

In recent years, elder abuse within families has increased due to factors like a growing elderly population, rising chronic diseases, and families taking on more caregiving responsibilities. In her heartbreaking story,

Empty nest syndrome

Known affectionately as ‘Padma Aunty,’ 86-year-old Padma Srinivasan, a retired teacher from a prestigious private school, faces her golden years without a pension safety net. Her late husband was a high-ranking executive in the mining industry,

Boomerang kids a reality in old age

After retiring from Potomac, George, a 68-year-old, now works full-time with an electric utility company in Philadelphia and radiates energy. On the contrary, his wife, Christina, a former school teacher,

Early inheritance by children

Let me tell you about Rosalyn and her family. She’s 84, living alone in Bangalore after her husband passed away. Her two sons have their own homes, and her daughter lives in the US. The trouble is with her younger son’s wife, who is often rude and disrespectful.

Sibling bonding in old age

The connection between siblings starts from the very beginning, lasting a lifetime. As we navigate through different life stages, especially when we create our own family with a spouse and children, managing these relationships can become tricky.

Assisted living a better choice for infirm elders

After spending years confined to her room due to arthritis, 75-year-old Jayalakshmi embraced a solitary life, facing loneliness and fear, as her daughters lived abroad.

Pets are a source of happiness to seniors

Anand Naidu, a 72-year-old architect who spent 35 years in Tampa, FL, decided to move back to India after his wife passed away. His son Mohit supported the decision because they had relatives in the city.

Enhancing Preventive Health Strategies for Seniors

Ramachandra Adiga, now 86, was unexpectedly admitted to the care facility without prior notice. The usual procedures, such as assessments, setting care goals, and developing a care plan, were not followed.

Grandparents cared by grandchildren

At 98, Jayalakshmi outlived all four of her children. While living a long life is a blessing, witnessing the passing of all her children posed its own challenges. Throughout her life, it was a caring journey.